What to make with lentils

This stew is a lovely stew to make on cold nights for a family. It is also very simple to make. It is an Egyptian lentil stew, and the recipe is used a lot in the Middle East.

Also needs: onion, cumin, coriander, lemon

Alexandra soup is a puréed vegetable soup, containing lentils, barley, and tomato. It makes for a warming meal.

Also needs: barley, butter, onion, tomatoes

Also needs: onion, carrots, garlic, bay leaves

Oatmeal and red lentils cooked in chicken broth with Sriracha. This can be made with only oats, but red lentils add flavor.

Also needs: oats, chicken, broth or stock, honey, hot sauce

This is excellent with Indian potatoes and Indian rice.

Also needs: kidney beans, onion, tomatoes, paprika, cumin, turmeric

Lentil rice loaf isn't exactly a meatloaf imitation, but it is a hearty version of a vegetarian classic.

Also needs: broth or stock, bay leaves, rice, eggs, breadcrumbs, onion

Koshary, alternately spelled koshari or kushari, is an Egyptian dish of rice, pasta, and legumes. It combines elements of both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Also needs: rice, pasta, chickpeas, onion, tomato paste, cumin, vinegar

Egyptian lentil soup is a hearty and nutritious soup loved for its simplicity and delicious flavors.

Also needs: onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, broth or stock, lemon

Koshari is a beloved Egyptian street food that brings together a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Also needs: rice, pasta, tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, garlic, cumin, cinnamon

This creates a healthy, inexpensive and easy stew with depths of flavor. This recipe is fairly low on the heat scale, but feel free to add more cayenne pepper to up its spiciness.

Also needs: bay leaves, butter, potatoes, turmeric, cayenne pepper, tomatoes, garam masala, honey

Yemiser selatta is a vibrant and refreshing Ethiopian salad made with cooked lentils, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.

Also needs: tomatoes, onion, cucumber, parsley, mint, lemon, cumin, coriander

Also needs: onion, chile peppers, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, broth or stock, cardamom, garam masala, paprika, mustard seed